Hi,
I have a gateway server (CentOS5 + Squid) running since past 2 years.
I need to free up the current server and prepare the same setup (CentOS5 +
Squid) on a new hardware.
I am exploring the short cut option of cloning the HDD and putting in a new
server.
When the cloned HDD boots in a new h/w environment, the OS will scream for
new hardware found.
I am sure the OS will then adjust its parameters for the new hardware.
But, Is this a good approach ? Are there any stability issues ?
Has anyone done this before ?
Another approach I thought is to install CentOS5 and then copy only the "/"
partition from the old HDD to the new one.
Is there any other way of doing this ?
What is the best way ?
I am just trying to avoid reinstall & reconfigure efforts.
Thx & regards,
Vai
PS: There are reasons why I need to do all this, hence I would appreciate if
we limit the discussions to "best approach for move HDD into a new
hardware".